Words I Couldn't Say

The moment those words escaped my lips, I immediately regretted them. I thought that it probably would have been much better if I had just stayed quiet.

How did I end up saying something so lame?

“I guess it's been a while," I continued hesitantly while feeling awkward.

"I guess you've gotten a chance to catch up with your sister. Hopefully, it makes you feel better," Bradon replied casually.

"Yes, it's great that she's back. We had a lot of time to catch up and talk," I said before trailing off. Silence settled in between us again, and I found myself fidgeting in my seat.

"I think Diana has probably realized by now that I've ditched her to handle the event on her own," Bradon said before letting out a soft laugh.

I turned to stare at him at his unexpected words and reactions. I honestly didn't think that Bradon would abandon both Diana and his duty to act out his role as Anthony just like that.

“I'm sure that she can handle it," I replied shortly before trying my best to smile a